is an introduction to the essay, short fiction and the novel. Emphasis is placed on critical reading and thinking strategies; composition of essays, including use of quotations and documentation, revision and editing; and literary analysis. All sections of this course follow the CRW guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/CRW.

CR: cannot receive credit for more than one of English 1000, 1050, 1080, the former 1100 or for more than one of 1001, 1051, 1101, 1102, 1103, and 1110; cannot receive credit for more than one of English 1020, 1030 or 1110; cannot receive credit for more than 6 credit hours at the first year level including unspecified transfer credits

1001

Critical Reading and Writing in Poetry and Drama

builds upon the essay writing and critical analytical strategies begun in English 1000. Emphasis is placed on developing composition skills in essay writing, conducting research, and examining the genres of poetry and drama. All sections of this course follow the CRW guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/CRW.

CR: cannot receive credit for more than one of English 1000, 1050, 1080, the former 1100 or for more than one of 1001, 1051, 1101, 1102, 1103, and 1110; cannot receive credit for more than one of English 1020, 1030 or 1110; cannot receive credit for more than 6 credit hours at the first year level including unspecified transfer credits

is an examination of prose texts such as essays, articles and reviews. Students write for different purposes and audiences. Emphasis is placed on critical reading and writing: analysing texts, framing and using questions, constructing essays, organizing paragraphs, conducting research, quoting and documenting, revising and editing.

CR: cannot receive credit for more than one of English 1000, 1050, 1080, the former 1100 or for more than one of 1001, 1051, 1101, 1102, 1103, and 1110; cannot receive credit for more than one of English 1020, 1030 or 1110; cannot receive credit for more than 6 credit hours at the first year level including unspecified transfer credits

introduces students to the major writers by detailed study of selected texts. The course will include such authors as Chaucer, Mallory, Shakespeare, Spenser, Bacon, Webster, Donne and works such as Beowulf, the Old English Elegies and Gawaine and the Green Knight. Recommended for English specialization students that English 2005 be taken first in the English 2005-2006-2007 sequence.

introduces students to the major writers by detailed study of selected texts. The course will include such authors as Dryden, Pope, Swift, Johnson, Fielding, Blake, Wordsworth, Austen, Byron, Keats and Shelley. Recommended for English specialization students that English 2006 be taken second in the 2005-2006-2007 sequence.

introduces students to the major writers by detailed study of selected texts. The course will include such authors as Tennyson, Browning, Arnold, Hardy, George Eliot, Dickens, Yeats, T.S. Eliot and Dylan Thomas. Recommended for English specialization students that English 2007 be taken third in the English 2005-2006-2007 sequence.

PR: successful completion of at least 6 credit hours in English courses at the second-year level

4105

Critical Approaches and Theory

is a survey of critical approaches to English Literature, particularly those adopted by twentieth century readers. The course will attempt to give an account of the theories on which these approaches are based and some attention will be paid to the application of different approaches to specific works of literature.

PR: successful completion of at least 6 credit hours in English courses at the third-year level

4950

Individual Project in English

is an individual project of a creative, or a critical, or a research character on a topic which is subject to the approval of the Program Chair. The topic will be prepared under the supervision of a designated faculty member or members.

CR: English 4990

PR: successful completion of at least 6 credit hours in English courses at the third-year level

AR = Attendance requirement; CH = Credit hours are 3 unless otherwise noted; CO = Co-requisite(s); CR = Credit can be retained for only one course from the set(s) consisting of the course being described and the course(s) listed; LC = Lecture hours per week are 3 unless otherwise noted; LH = Laboratory hours per week; OR = Other requirements of the course such as tutorials, practical sessions, or seminars; PR = Prerequisite(s); UL = Usage limitation(s).

13.10.2 Dramatic Literature

2350

Introduction to Drama I

is a survey of the major plays in the history of western drama from the Greeks to the end of the eighteenth century.

is a study of the development of English drama from the Middle Ages to 1580. The course may also consider the popular arts, such as folk plays and mumming.

PR: successful completion of at least 6 credit hours in English courses at the second-year level

3171

Irish Drama

is a study of representative Anglo-Irish drama by such authors as Wilde, Shaw, Yeats, Synge, Lady Gregory, O'Casey, Behan, Friel and Molloy.

CR: the former English 3170, the former English 3180

PR: successful completion of at least 6 credit hours in English courses at the second-year level

3181

Drama of the Restoration and Eighteenth Century

is a study of major dramatic texts from 1660 to the end of the eighteenth century.

PR: successful completion of at least 6 credit hours in English courses at the second-year level

3275

Modern Drama (1830-1930)

is a study of western drama and performance during the period 1830-1930, with a focus on theatrical and dramatic texts and movements, as well as artistic, social, political, technological, and philosophical influences.

CR: the former English 3300, the former English 4300

PR: successful completion of at least 6 credit hours in English courses at the second-year level

4302

Contemporary British Drama

is a study of representative dramatic works of contemporary British drama.

PR: successful completion of at least 6 credit hours in English courses at the third-year level

4305

Contemporary Drama

is a study of modern and post-modern western drama and performance from 1930 to the present, with a focus on theatrical and dramatic texts and movements, as well as artistic, social, political, technological and philosophical influences. Recommended previous course: English 3275.

PR: successful completion of at least 6 credit hours in English courses at the third-year level

4308

20th Century American Drama

is a study of American drama and performance from the turn of the century to the present, focussing on the theatre's historic role in the definition, reinforcement and scrutinizing of American mythology.

is a survey of Science Fiction from its earliest days to the present. Subjects that will be considered include the evolution of the genre, the relations among humans, technology and multinational capitalism, and the significance of memory and space.

begins with a survey of humour theories from antiquity to the present, and proceeds to a study of various forms and strategies of humour through a selection of works in English. Students will study texts exploring the roles that humour plays in relation to topics such as transgression, iconoclasm, class, sexuality, gender, ethnicity, culture, politics and religion.

(same as Social/Cultural Studies 2244) examines the historical, cultural and literary impact of the Graphic Novel; investigates its continuing development; and introduces students to significant works within the genre.

is an introduction to literature written for children and young people. Beginning with an examination of the history of children's literature in the British Isles and North America, the course will focus on twentieth century and contemporary works, touching on a broad range of genres, audiences, and reading levels.

will introduce students to three main areas of creative writing: poetry, prose fiction, and creative non-fiction (travel writing, autobiography, journalism). Much of the emphasis will be on writing as a medium of communication. For this reason, some of the instruction will be the workshop system in which students act as each other’s readers and audience.

PR: permission of the instructor and successful completion of at least 6 credit hours in English courses at the second-year level

4245

Contemporary Fiction in English

is an in-depth study of a selection of recent short fiction and novels in English. The focus will be on recent developments in American, British, Irish and Commonwealth fiction (excluding Canadian).

PR: successful completion of at least 6 credit hours in English courses at the third-year level

4246

Contemporary Poetry in English

is an in-depth study of contemporary poetry in English. The focus will be on major poets and developments in the U.S.A., Britain, Ireland and the Commonwealth (excluding Canada) since 1945.

PR: successful completion of at least 6 credit hours in English courses at the third-year level

4861-4870

Special Topics in Modern Literature

is a variety of topics to be offered as resources permit.

PR: successful completion of at least 6 credit hours in English courses at the third-year level

4905

Advanced Creative Writing

is a workshop course for creative writers who have demonstrated considerable talent and skill in poetry and/or prose fiction. Limited enrolment.

PR: permission of the instructor and successful completion of at least 6 credit hours in English courses at the third-year level

AR = Attendance requirement; CH = Credit hours are 3 unless otherwise noted; CO = Co-requisite(s); CR = Credit can be retained for only one course from the set(s) consisting of the course being described and the course(s) listed; LC = Lecture hours per week are 3 unless otherwise noted; LH = Laboratory hours per week; OR = Other requirements of the course such as tutorials, practical sessions, or seminars; PR = Prerequisite(s); UL = Usage limitation(s).

13.10.5 English Courses for Non-Major Students

2010

Comprehension Writing and Prose Style (I)

will chiefly emphasize the development of (a) the capacity to understand and appreciate the varieties of prose through close analysis of a wide range of examples, and (b) the ability to write expository and other kinds of prose.

(same as Classics 3110) is representative readings in English of the principal literary forms of Classical Greece. The literary achievement of the Greeks and their contributions to Western letters and culture.

PR: successful completion of at least 6 credit hours in English courses at the second-year level

3111

Latin Literature in Translation

(same as Classics 3111) is representative readings in English of the principal literary forms of Republican and Imperial Rome. The literary achievement of the Romans and their contribution to Western letters and culture.